Pre-Snap Reads 1/22: How do the Seahawks really feel about the Rams?

Back-to-back beatdowns might be a lot to expect.

In Today’s Links: Sunday’s score is likely to be closer than last Saturday’s, areas of weakness in the Los Angeles Rams’ O, Coach Macdonald highlights togetherness that our Seattle Seahawks forged this offseason (and a bit earlier, as well), injury updates and the most up-to-date status on the left side of our squads’ O-line, Derick Hall has made an indelible impact upon his return from a controversial one-game suspension, a couple previews of Sunday’s big match-up with the Rams, and a bit more! Thanks for being here with us at Field Gulls. We are almost there. Nearly. Go, ‘Hawks!

#np Small Worlds by Mac Miller

Seahawks News

Will Seahawks deliver another historic beat down? – Seaside Joe
It’s been almost 30 years since a team did what Seattle’s defense just did to the 49ers

There’s an area of Rams’ offense Seahawks can exploit – Seattle Sports
The Seattle Seahawks will be looking to avenge one of their rare rough defensive performances in Sunday’s NFC Championship against the Los Angeles Rams.

Stacy: How confidence has flipped to Seahawks over Rams in last 2 months – Seattle Sports
Two months after their first meeting, confidence has shifted to the Seattle Seahawks over the Los Angeles Rams. How’d we get here?

How Seattle Seahawks Attendance During Offseason Workouts Has Paid Off All Season, Especially Now – Seahawks.com
Head coach Mike Macdonald is “convinced” that if the Seahawks didn’t have the buy-in from players back in April they would “not be here right now” contending for a Super Bowl appearance.

‘After That First Meeting, Everybody Was Bought In’ – Seahawks.com
Mike Macdonald laid out his vision for the Seahawks in his first team meeting as head coach, and 21 months later, it’s coming to fruition.

With Charles Cross’ status in question, Seahawks have trouble along offensive line – The Seattle Times
The Seahawks’ starting left tackle Charles Cross has been dealing with an injury, and the players who back him up also were unable to practice…

Sam Darnold limited in Seahawks practice, yet vows to ‘let it rip’ in title game – The News Tribune
Drew Lock and not Sam Darnold taking first-team snaps for the Seahawks days before they play in the NFC championship would normally be cause for the football equivalent of civil-defense alarms to blare across the Pacific Northwest.

Seahawks’ edge rusher is team’s most underrated player via Pro Football Focus – si.com
Seattle’s defense has gone from very good to fearsome as of late. The team has a “secret superstar” who had made his presence felt in a quieter way this season.

‘He’s an Option’: Seahawks Designate George Holani for Return Ahead of NFC Championship Game – Emerald City Spectrum
Losing Zach Charbonnet was a significant blow for the Seahawks heading towards the NFC Championship Game. But the offense has a quality reinforcement on the mend ready to help pick up the slack with a spot in the Super Bowl on the line.

Puck Sports NFC Championship preview — Rams vs Seahawks – Seahawks Draft Blog
Please like the video and leave a comment if you can!

The secret to great NFL defense in this era? Having a premium nickel – The Athletic
There’s a key to taking an NFL defense to the next level in today’s game: Get a premium nickel corner.

Sam Darnold (oblique) feels ‘better’ but will limit throwing this week – ESPN.com
Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald said Sam Darnold “continues to get better” but that the quarterback’s throwing will be limited this week as he manages an oblique injury ahead of the NFC Championship Game on Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams.

Simply the Best? Rams at Seahawks NFC Championship PREVIEW – Sea Hawkers Podcast
1 Big Theme: Simply, who is the best?

NFC West News

Which candidate do you want to be the Arizona Cardinals next head coach? – Revenge of the Birds
The Arizona Cardinals are looking at a plethora of coaches for their head coaching job.

Did Kyle Shanahan tip his hand on who the next 49ers defensive coordinator is? – Niners Nation
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan said Gus Bradley is the “obvious” candidate to replace Robert Saleh

Can Rams get consistent version of Stafford vs. Seahawks? – Turf Show Times
The Rams have found ways to win, but Stafford and the offense have been inconsistent. That can’t continue vs. Seattle.

Category: General Sports